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D3.3 UV-degradation and analysis of tyre and road wear particles(TRWP) - PU : LEON-T : Low particle Emissions an lOw Noise Tyres
Summary
Researchers investigated UV-induced degradation of tyre and road wear particles (TRWP) as part of the LEON-T project aimed at developing low-emission, low-noise tyres. The study characterized how UV exposure affects TRWP properties and particle release, contributing to understanding of non-exhaust particulate emissions from road transport.
D3.3 UV-degradation and analysis of tyre and road wear particles D3.3 UV-degradation and analysis of tyre and road wear particles (TRWP) -PU D3.3 UV-degradation and analysis of tyre and road wear particles (TRWP) -PU
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